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Braumeister Brewing Co. is a Bavarian-inspired craft brewery with a taproom and garden. Offering a new experience for beer lovers in and around the Nation’s capital, Braumeister is the place to enjoy quality beer and quality conversation.

The idea for Braumeister Brewing Co. first emerged while enjoying a drink during December of 2013, in arguably the best beer garden in Austria: Augustiner Bräu. Our founder, Rohit, had moved to Austria three months earlier to teach high school science. He quickly developed an appreciation for all the region has to offer, including some of the best beer in the world.

Rohit soon took to the tradition of socializing after work at the local beer garden. New to the country, he appreciated the friendly and welcoming community he found there. A large, stone wall surrounded the garden, which blocked out the noise of the city. Long tables, nestled among large chestnut trees, made it easy to make new friends every time he went. And the beer was always as crisp and refreshing as the first day he tried it.

When his parents came to visit in 2013, Rohit knew he had to bring them to his favourite beer garden, Augustiner Bräu. They enjoyed it so much that they went back the next night. They agreed there was something almost Canadian about the welcoming atmosphere. Yet, they lamented, there was nothing quite like it back in Ottawa. And so the idea of Braumeister Brewing Co. was born.

After a few years, Rohit made the move back to Ottawa, bringing his passion for beer with him. Ready to turn his dream of Braumeister into reality, he surrounded himself with experienced individuals in the industry. Their goal is to provide you with an authentic Bavarian experience right in your own backyard.

Bavarian beers have been brewed for centuries with the same great care and attention to detail. The result is a consistently delicious beer that continues to impress. Following traditional brewing practices, Braumeister provides a consistent brew of some of the finest European beer styles, locally.

ROHIT GUPTA

Founder

Rohit has spent the last decade travelling the world, teaching kids about science. He first moved around Australia and England, before finally making Salzburg, Austria his home in 2013. Rohit has been an avid homebrewer for several years, combining his love for science with his love for beer. His appreciation for brewing only deepened while in Austria, where centuries of dedication to the craft have resulted in some of the best beers in the world. In 2017, Rohit moved back to his hometown of Ottawa, determined to bring back a part of the Bavarian region that he loves so much. Through Braumeister Brewing Co., his hope is to bring the friendly, welcoming beer culture of Europe to the beer-loving people of the Lanark County and Ottawa region.

SHELDON SCRIVNER

Brewing Consultant

The brewery is advised by our award-winning Brewing Consultant, Sheldon Scrivner. Originally hailing from the United States, Sheldon trained in Germany at the Privatbrauerei Ernst Barre, one of the largest breweries in North Rhine-Westphalia. After training and working in Lübbecke, Sheldon moved back to the US where he was the Brewmaster for several successful breweries. Award-winning recipe development and attention to detail are some of Sheldon’s greatest strengths, as is his passion for Bavarian and European-inspired beers. Providing Braumeister Brewing Co. with over twenty years of brewing experience, Sheldon will assist us in consistently brewing the best beer possible. We are thrilled to have Sheldon on our team!

BIERGARTEN BLONDE

HELLES

5.0% ABV | 20 IBUs | 473 ml

A traditional German-style lager similar to beers found in beer halls and beer gardens throughout Bavaria. Golden-coloured, full-bodied, and balanced by noble hops, a slight sweetness permeates with just a hint of hop spiciness.

ROUTE 21

MÄRZEN

5.5% ABV | 22 IBUs | 473 ml

A traditional beer that has its origins in Bavaria. A bit more robustin body and colour than a Vienna lager, it is characterized by a deep copper colour and an elegant, slightly toasted maltiness and aroma.

Schwarzbier, or “black beer”, is a German lager style that is intensely dark in colour. Its smooth malt character, slight bitterness, and moderate alcohol content make this Krampusnacht a very "friendly" dark beer. Unlike the real Krampus…

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STAG HEAD

ALTBIER

5.0% ABV | 25 IBUs | 473 ml

A malt-forward beer of a darkcopper/amber colour, with mild notes of caramel, chocolate, and Tootsie Roll. Noble hops provide mild floral and spicy notes to balance out the malt sweetness.

CANS ONLY

RHEINWASSER

KÖLSCH-STYLE ALE

4.8% ABV | 22 IBUs | 473 ml

A delicate, straw-coloured beer with a mild cereal-grain malt flavour and subdued hoppiness, our Kölsch-style ale finishes with a moderately dry finish.Fermented at slightly cooler temperatures than the average ale for a lager-like crispness.

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The Benefits

A limited edition Braumeister steinA special Braumeister Club shirtA set of 4 slate coastersYour name on our members’ wall15% off all Braumeister swagA free beer on your birthdayJump the queue for seasonal releasesExclusive Braumeister Club events

$275

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Support local while gaining access to discounts valid for life. By joining the Braumeister Club, you will be a part of an exclusive group of Bavarian-beer enthusiasts, helping us bring Bavarian beer culture to our own backyard.

Your membership card and exclusive swag will be given out during a special pre-launch event.

Only 250 memberships will be made available. Claim yours today!

P.S. A membership to the Braumeister Club makes for a great gift idea!

Membership payable via Credit Card, Visa Debit Card, or PayPal. Please note, membership is non-transferable. 100% of the money from sales of this membership will go directly to the setup and operation of our brewery. Club members must be 19 years of age or older.

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